PHILADELPHIA - The School District of Philadelphia on Thursday said it is exploring adjustments to next year's bell schedule that would narrow start times across the district and help improve bus routes to and from school.
During his weekly briefing with the press, Superintendent Dr. William Hite said the district has over 20 different start times for students.
The district is considering a proposal that would make the school day begin at either 7:30 a.m., 8:15 a.m., or 9 a.m.Hite said the district has not made any decisions on a modified bell schedule and will seek input before making any changes.
He pointed out that the proposed change was included in the district's plans last August and has since been used by the Archdioceses and charter.